Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Sweet Goldenrod (Solidago odora) has been used in traditional herbal medicine by Native American and early Euro-American practitioners for various purposes, including as a wound dressing to help stop external bleeding. The plant contains tannins and other astringent compounds, which are thought to assist in contracting tissue and reducing bleeding when applied topically. Ethnobotanical records, such as those compiled by the USDA and in works like Daniel E. Moerman's "Native American Ethnobotany," mention the use of goldenrod species in poultices or washes for cuts, wounds, and bleeding.

However, there is minimal clinical or modern scientific research specifically validating the efficacy of Sweet Goldenrod for stopping external bleeding. Most of the support for this use comes from historical and traditional practices rather than controlled studies. The rating reflects that these traditions exist and are documented, but the lack of robust, contemporary scientific studies limits the confidence in its effectiveness for this purpose.

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